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Angels Pitcher Goes to Unlikely Source for Help

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi has been tapping into different resources for development as he seeks improvement. Kikuchi talked with the Angels' hitters and hitting coach, according to a new report from Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register.

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Angels place RHP Jose Soriano on paternity list

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Jose Soriano was placed on the paternity list prior to Wednesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Soriano, 26, can miss up to a maximum of three games while on the list.

Kenley Jansen News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels' Kenley Jansen Reveals He's Injured, But Declines to Say What It Is

Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen was unable to pitch a scoreless ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, allowing two runs that proved too much to overcome in a 6-4 loss.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Famous Tik Toker Who Ran Across Angel Stadium Field Mid-Game Posts Video Of Incident

During Monday's game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Cincinnati Reds, a tik toker ran onto the field at Angel Stadium. The Angels lost, 4-1, against

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Oswald Peraza News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels Deadline Addition Gets Honest About Difficulties of Playing for Yankees

Moving from a franchise that has won the most World Series in MLB history to a team that holds MLB’s longest postseason drought is a tough transition for some players.

Robert Stephenson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels Notes: Concerning Injury Update, Robert Stephenson Latest, Ex-Yankee Blames New York For Struggles

The Los Angeles Angels lost, 6-4, to the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday at Angel Stadium despite a two-home run game from outfielder Jo Adell. The game was tied after the eighth inning, but the Halos still ended up losing after Kenley Jansen gave up two earned runs and picked up the loss.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Angels Nearing Unfortunate History After Loss to Reds

The Los Angeles Angels are proof that having talented players is only one part of team success. The roster is highlighted by future Hall of Famer Mike Trout, 2025 All-Star pitcher Yusei Kikuchi, and power-hitting outfielder Taylor Ward (29 homers, 92 RBI), but they're still 7.5 games out of an AL Wild Card spot with five-and-a-half weeks left.

Jo Adell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Angels end 13-year drought after big Jo Adell night vs. Reds

The Los Angeles Angels may not be in the playoff hunt this August, but Jo Adell is giving fans something worth watching. Despite a 6-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night, Adell launched two solo home runs, raising his season total to 28 and putting him within striking distance of a key team milestone.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Angels’ Zach Neto blasted for ‘most misses’ on locker room aux

The Los Angeles Angels may be watching their playoff hopes slip away in a season where many believe they’ve still overachieved, but a light-hearted moment from the clubhouse has given fans something else to talk about.

Robert Stephenson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Angels' $33 Million Reliever Appears Set to Return Soon

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Robert Stephenson is inching towards his return from the injured list. Stephenson signed a massive three-year deal with the Angels before last season, though he missed all of 2024 because of Tommy John surgery.

Jo Adell News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Angels Manager Reveals Beauty and Curse of Key Outfielder

There is no question about Jo Adell’s ability to hit home runs. His 26 home runs this season rank sixth in the American League and second on the Los Angeles Angels behind left fielder Taylor Ward.

Oswald Peraza News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Former Top Prospect Now With Angels Blames Yankees for His Struggles

At one time, 25-year-old Venezuelan infielder Oswald Peraza was considered to be one of the best prospects within the New York Yankees system. He's a slick-fielding athlete with some good natural power.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Angels Provide Concerning Injury Update on $42 Million Slugger

Jorge Soler's time in an Angels uniform has been mostly forgettable. In 82 games before he succumbed to a back injury, the 33-year-old veteran was a below-replacement level player.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Angels Manager Says Crucial Mistake in Loss to Reds Was His Fault

The Los Angeles Angels lost, 4-1, against the Cincinnati Reds at home on Monday, a brutal loss for a team with hopes of capturing the final American League Wild Card spot.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 18

Angels Insider Doesn't Expect Halos to Add $100 Million Bat in Free Agency This Offseason

The Orange County Register's Jeff Fletcher predicted the Los Angeles Angels wouldn't add a big bat in the offseason due to owner Arte Moreno's hesitance to spend.

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Angels Lead MLB in Impressive Winning Categories This Season

The Los Angeles Angels made their point on Sunday, then left no doubt in driving it home. In beating the Athletics 11-5 in West Sacramento on Sunday, the Angels scored six runs in the top of the 10th inning.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 18

Angels Compared to MLB-Best Brewers By Major Analyst

The Angels haven't had much to hang their hats on in a 60-64 season. Through a bit of good luck and good health, their top five starters (Jose Soriano, Yusei Kikuchi, Tyler Anderson, Kyle Hendricks, Jack Kochanowicz) have made 97.5 percent of their starts.

Zach Neto News / Angels Nation / August 18

Zach Neto Named American League Player Of The Week

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto has been named the American League Player of the Week for his performances from Monday, Aug. 11 to Sunday, Aug. 17.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Angels designate veteran righty for assignment

The reliever has posted a 5.30 ERA, 10.1% walk rate and 20.9% strikeout rate across 37 1/3 bullpen innings.

Hector Neris News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 16

Veteran reliever Hector Neris elects free agency

Veteran reliever Hector Neris has elected to become a free agent rather than accept an outright assignment to the Astros’ Triple-A affiliate, as per the team.

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Shaun Anderson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14

Veteran pitcher elects free agency after Angels DFA

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13

Shohei Ohtani hits into triple play against Angels

Shohei Ohtani on Tuesday made the wrong kind of history at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. The Los Angeles Dodgers star had a golden opportunity to break a 5-5 tie against the Los Angeles Angels with two runners on and nobody out in the top of the sixth inning.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / August 12

MLB Pipeline Reveals Angels New Top-30 Prospects List

Now that the 2025 MLB Draft and Trade Deadline have passed, it’s a perfect time for MLB Pipeline to re-rank each team’s top 30 prospects. That could mean adding new top draft selections or trade acquisitions, or removing players who were sent out in deals.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / August 12

Tracking the Angels’ Wild Card Odds: Key Matchups Remaining

With the Los Angeles Angels sitting at 56-62 ahead of tonight’s matchup against the Dodgers, hopes of an October playoff run are slipping but not completely extinguished.